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COMPREHENSIVE PHARMACY LAW EXAM
PREP, PRACTICE QUESTIONS, CORRECT
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, What is the structure of the BOP? Currently, 8 members (but may be 9 members by next year). 6 are RPhs from
congressional districts, 2 members are appointed by Governor (1 layperson, 1 pharmacist
at large)
How long is a term in the BOP? 6 years, with up to 2 consecutive terms. May be longer if filling a position mid-term, or if
governor hasnt appointed new member.
Laws establish the ___ requirements of pharmacy practice. Minimum; you probably will exceed these guidelines to have good quality of care.
What are the 10 responsibilities of the BOP? 1) Practice of Pharmacy 2) Sale/dispensing drugs/poisons/devices 3) Supervision of
interns/externs 4) Investigate violations 5) Min requirement of permits 6) Confine drugs
to Rx status 7) Seize dangerous drugs/devices 8) Promulgate regulations
What are the 10 responsibilities of the BOP? (continued) 9) License, register, permit 10) Adopt rules of conduct
How often does the BOP inspect facilities? Biennial (every 2 years)
What are the inspections for, and who are the inspectors? Inspectors are pharmacists. They are looking for compliance to BOP regulations.
What disciplinary powers does the BOP possess? They can cancel, fine, suspend, revoke, or restrict authorization to practice. Fine can not
exceed $500, unless otherwise stated. They also have other "resonable" actions deemed
necessary and appropriate by BOP.
What is the most common punishments? 1) Reprimand or letter of caution (public or private) 2) Fine (usually up to $500) 3)
Probation (with conditions) Revocation of license is rare, but for extreme violations.
What is the Code of Ethics? The American Pharmaceutical Assoc. Code of Ethics are adopted as the SC Code of
Ethics. There are 8 statements.
What are 5 examples of Unprofessional Conduct? 1) Circumvent counseling requirments 2) Violate patient confidentiality 3) Sell
drugs/devices for illegal use 4) Sell without a Rx 5) Incomplete records
What happens (punishment) if you violate the Pharmacy 1) misdemeanor for violations of any provision 2) In most cases, a $500 fine for each
Practice Statues? offense, or up to 2 years imprisonment, or both. There are provisions for civiil penalties up
to $10,000 3) Unprofessional conduct
COMPREHENSIVE PHARMACY LAW EXAM
PREP, PRACTICE QUESTIONS, CORRECT
ANSWERS AND STUDY GUIDE
| GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep
, What is the structure of the BOP? Currently, 8 members (but may be 9 members by next year). 6 are RPhs from
congressional districts, 2 members are appointed by Governor (1 layperson, 1 pharmacist
at large)
How long is a term in the BOP? 6 years, with up to 2 consecutive terms. May be longer if filling a position mid-term, or if
governor hasnt appointed new member.
Laws establish the ___ requirements of pharmacy practice. Minimum; you probably will exceed these guidelines to have good quality of care.
What are the 10 responsibilities of the BOP? 1) Practice of Pharmacy 2) Sale/dispensing drugs/poisons/devices 3) Supervision of
interns/externs 4) Investigate violations 5) Min requirement of permits 6) Confine drugs
to Rx status 7) Seize dangerous drugs/devices 8) Promulgate regulations
What are the 10 responsibilities of the BOP? (continued) 9) License, register, permit 10) Adopt rules of conduct
How often does the BOP inspect facilities? Biennial (every 2 years)
What are the inspections for, and who are the inspectors? Inspectors are pharmacists. They are looking for compliance to BOP regulations.
What disciplinary powers does the BOP possess? They can cancel, fine, suspend, revoke, or restrict authorization to practice. Fine can not
exceed $500, unless otherwise stated. They also have other "resonable" actions deemed
necessary and appropriate by BOP.
What is the most common punishments? 1) Reprimand or letter of caution (public or private) 2) Fine (usually up to $500) 3)
Probation (with conditions) Revocation of license is rare, but for extreme violations.
What is the Code of Ethics? The American Pharmaceutical Assoc. Code of Ethics are adopted as the SC Code of
Ethics. There are 8 statements.
What are 5 examples of Unprofessional Conduct? 1) Circumvent counseling requirments 2) Violate patient confidentiality 3) Sell
drugs/devices for illegal use 4) Sell without a Rx 5) Incomplete records
What happens (punishment) if you violate the Pharmacy 1) misdemeanor for violations of any provision 2) In most cases, a $500 fine for each
Practice Statues? offense, or up to 2 years imprisonment, or both. There are provisions for civiil penalties up
to $10,000 3) Unprofessional conduct
